Title: Officers of the Dayton Coal and Iron Co.Attributed name : Dayton Coal and Iron Co.Date Created: 1885 - 1905Abstract: This photograph is titled, "Officers of the Dayton Coal and Iron Co.". In conjunction with the Southern Railway ,the Dayton Coal and Iron Company employed hundreds of people and fueled population and economic growth of Dayton, Tennessee from the early 1880s until 1918.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Clyde W. Roddy Public LibraryContributing Institution: Clyde W. Roddy Public LibraryURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002080add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Twelfth Annual Announcement of the Ruskin-Cave College and Conservatory of Music, 1915-1916Creator : Ruskin Cave CollegeDate Created: 1915Abstract: An extensive 40-page brochure for Ruskin Cave College, in Ruskin, Tennessee. The community existed in Dickson, Tennessee, 50 miles west of Nashville. The school was limited to 200 students of both sexes, with a strong Christian ethic. The brochure includes lists of courses, colleges, societies, regulations, instructions for enrollment and preparation, matriculates by state and county, as well as other information regarding the college. In addition to academics, Ruskin Cave College had non-team athletics, and manditory military drilling for both men and women. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Ruskin Cooperative Association CollectionContributing Institution: Dickson County ArchivesURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003432add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Dickson Lyceum CoursePublisher : Redpath Lyceum BureauDate Created: 1916Abstract: 8 pages of a 20 page brochure; Descriptions of Mr. Edward Amherst Ott`s Lectures 1 through 4, including "Sour Grapes, or "Heredity and Marriage" and "The Spenders, or the Ballot of the Dollar" There is also a list of tricks by magician Edward Reno, whose performance is titled "Rapid Fire Magic" Included in the brochure are advertisements with old-style phone numbers.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Elnora Miller PapersContributing Institution: Dickson County Public Library and Life Long Learning CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003368add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: St. Katherine`s SchoolCompiler : St. Katherine`s SchoolDate Created: 1911 - 1912Abstract: This is a partial program for St. Katherine`s School, in Bolivar, Tennessee. Only the back pages visible: The front pages were used as a scrapbook for programs from Ruskin-Cave College. One page, partially uncovered details of the Christian education provided by the school. What remains is the school curriculum, tuition, rules, students awards, etc. The brochure includes a photograph of the women`s basketball team. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Elnora Miller PapersContributing Institution: Dickson County Public Library and Life Long Learning CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003369add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Ruskin-Cave College School of Music ProgrammeDirector : Lena Leon McCoppinDate Created: 1912-03-08Abstract: Ruskin-Cave College School of Music Programme. Note on top states "I passed out programmes and sat with Beatrice on chair." Programme includes list of performance piece, performer and composer. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Elnora Miller PapersContributing Institution: Dickson County Public Library and Life Long Learning CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003370add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Ruskin-Cave College School of Expression Student RecitalDirector : Florence Bell OggDate Created: 1912-03-13Abstract: Program from a student recital at Ruskin-Cave College, "school of expression." Florence Belle Ogg is from Westminster, MD. A note on the program says "Sat with Ethel on our seat across from W.C. Max and Roy one more time." The program lists the song title, composer, student soloist and where they`re from. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Elnora Miller PapersContributing Institution: Dickson County Public Library and Life Long Learning CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003371add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Commencement Exercises, Annual Commencement DebateDirector : Ruskin-Cave CollegeDate Created: 1912-05-11 - 1912-05-15Abstract: This is a program for the Annual Commencement Debate at Ruskin-Cave College in the year 1912. The debate is over whether the Initiative, Referendum and Recall should be adopted in all the States. The note at the top says "Sat with Sadie just behind M. and Effie. Took our `pictures` with us." Commencement debaters on the affirmative side include: William Herbert Saxon from Burnell, Mississippi; Max Edgard Strang from Winona, Texas; For the negative: Henry Mautie McIntosh from Arrington, Tennessee; Matthew R. Allen from Four Oaks, North Carolina. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Elnora Miller PapersContributing Institution: Dickson County Public Library and Life Long Learning CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003372add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Ruskin-Cave College Commencement InvitationAuthor : Ruskin-Cave CollegeDate Created: 1912Abstract: This is an invitation for the commencement exercises run from May 10th to the 15th, 1912. The second page lists the faculty at the top, and below it the graduates broken down into 5 disciplines: Literary, Piano, Art, Voice, Expression.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Elnora Miller PapersContributing Institution: Dickson County Public Library and Life Long Learning CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003373add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Recital, Miss Irene Hunter Presents Her Expression Class in Recital at Sulphur Springs SchoolHost : Sulphur Springs SchoolDate Created: 1917-06-23Abstract: This is a program for a recital and the play, "The Lost Prince" at the Sulphur Spring School. Admission is 10 and 15 cents. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Elnora Miller PapersContributing Institution: Dickson County Public Library and Life Long Learning CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003375add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Dockie Shipp Weems Presents Eleanora W. Miller in RecitalHost : Oakmont SchoolDate Created: 1915-12-03Abstract: This is a program for a recital at Oakmont School leading up to a presentation of certificate to Eleanora W. Miller, the Certificate Pupil. Dockie Shipp Weems was a renowned teacher of high school oratory. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Elnora Miller PapersContributing Institution: Dickson County Public Library and Life Long Learning CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003376add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Central StarPublisher : Students of Dickson Central High School, Dickson, TennesseeDate Created: 1926-03Abstract: This is a reprint of a student oration given at a contest sponsored by the Nashville Tennessean in 1925; It appeared in the Central Star, March 1926. Published by the Students of Dickson Central High School, Dickson TN.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Central Star folderContributing Institution: Dickson County Public Library and Life Long Learning CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003377add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Central Star, December 1927Publisher : Students of Dickson Central High SchoolDate Created: 1927-12Abstract: Excerpts from the Christmas issue of the Central Star, Published by the students of Dickson Central High School in Dickson, Tennessee. It includes a student letter to Santa Claus about school, exchanges with other student papers, etc. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Central Star folderContributing Institution: Dickson County Public Library and Life Long Learning CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000003378add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Bedford County Homecoming PostcardCreator : unknownDate Created: 1907-09Abstract: 2 tifs. A postcard from the Homecoming celebration for the 100th Anniversary of Bedford county in September 1907. The card itself features a central crest with the poem, flanked by two photographs of Shelbyville Hotels, one founded in 1810 and the other in 1907. Below the crest and the images, the text invites readers to attend the Homecoming celebration. The text on the card reads "1807 1907. 'Mid pleasures and palaces, Tho' we may roam, Be it ever so humble, There's no place like home.' Shelbyville Hotel, "Holland House," 1810. Shelbyville Hotel, "the Dixie," 1907. 100th Anniversary of Bedford County Sept. 5-6-7, 1907. To be celebrated by a great Home-Coming To the Bedford County Fair, Shelbyville, Tennessee. You are Invited. H.B. Cowan, Sec'." Below the printed material there is a place for text, and the inscription reads "Wish you could be with us at this time. Please write soon. Mary." The verso is blank save for an elaborate crest stating "Post Card." There is a one cent Benjamin Franklin stamp at the top left, which was issued in 1907. The card has printing "This side is for the address." at the bottom. The address reads "Mrs. M.L. Creel, Rhea, Okla."Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: General CollectionsContributing Institution: Fly Cultural Arts CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001618add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Bedford County Fair Stock CertificateCreator; Printer : McQuiddy Printing Company, Nashville, TennesseeDate Created: 1904Abstract: 2 tifs. One stock certificate for the Bedford County Fair Association of Shelbyville, Tennessee made to I.G. Miller. It is a square stock printed in green and black with an elaborate border encasing a depiction of justice, seated with her scales and a dagger. Two other women recline at her feet. Below the scene is printed the text "Shares $25.00 each. Number 216. Shares one. Bedford County Fair Association. Shelbyville, Tennessee. This is to Certify that I. G. Miller is the owner of --one-- Shares of the Capital Stock of Bedford County Fair Association transferable only on the Books of Corporation in person or by Attorney on surrender of this Certificate. In Witness Whereof, the duly authorized officers of this Corporation have hereunto subscribed their names and fused the corporate Seal to be hereto affixed at Shelbyville this 26th day of Septembre A.D. 1904. SFB Gowan, secretary. JM Shofner, President." An eagle is printed at the bottom of the stock and holds a banner reading "E. Pluribus Unum." The second image is the verso and was printed with brown ink, and is organized into three parts. The verso has a similar border but is more graphic than the front. This side reads "Certificate for Shares of the Capital Stock of Bedford County Fair Association Issued to. Dated. For value received hereby sell transfer and assign to...Shares of Stock within mentioned and hereby authorize...to make the necessary transfer on the Books of the Corporation. Witness...hand and seal this...day of...19...Witnessed by..."Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: General CollectionsContributing Institution: Fly Cultural Arts CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001619add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Confederate Veterans ReunionPhotographer : unknownDate Created: 1910Abstract: This photograph is titled, "Confederate Veterans Reunion". The photo was taken on the steps of the Bedford County Courthouse in Shelbyville, Tennessee.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Luther Cross CollectionContributing Institution: Fly Cultural Arts CenterURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000002048add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Main Street in Morristown, TennesseePhotographer : unknownDate Created: 1915Abstract: This black-and-white photograph features Main Street in downtown Morristown, Tennessee before it was paved. Automobiles and buggys are both in the picture. Electric poles line the street.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Hamblen County ArchivesContributing Institution: Hamblen County ArchivesURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000484add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Hamblen County CourthousePhotographer : unknownDate Created: 1905 - 1925Abstract: This photograph is of the Hamblen County Courthouse in downtown Morristown, Tennessee around the turn of the 20th century.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Hamblen County ArchivesContributing Institution: Hamblen County ArchivesURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000485add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: City Hall in Morristown, TennesseePhotographer : unknownDate Created: 1906-1931Abstract: This building served as the Morristown City Hall from 1906 until 1931. Verso side reads: Morristown, Tennessee; City Hall, 1906-1931. Also served as a fire station. The firewagon and horses were in the lower right of the the building. Located on West 1st North, it was replaced by a new City Hall in 1931 which was replaced by the City Center.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Hamblen County ArchivesContributing Institution: Hamblen County ArchivesURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000486add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Main Street in Morristown, TennesseePhotographer : unknownDate Created: 1904 - 1906Abstract: This is a photograph of Main Street in Morristown, Tennessee before it was paved around the turn of the 20th century. Verso side reads: 1904-1906. Main Street looking East from the corner of Henry Street. Note the unpaved streets and the walnut tree, which stood near the old Sykes building.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Hamblen County ArchivesContributing Institution: Hamblen County ArchivesURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000487add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: J.B. Neill's Dairy delivery truckPhotographer : unknownDate Created: 1925Abstract: Two workers, Sonny Neill and Stella Moser, stand beside a milk delivery truch for J.B. Neill's dairy. They are dressed in all white and wearing hats. Neill wears a bow tie and Moser wears a necktie. The truck features a picture of cow and a picture of a woman holding a baby inside a milk jar. The slogans, "Safe Milk for Babies" and "Grade A+ Natural Milk" appear on the side of the truck, as does the three-digit city phone number and the five-digit alphanumeric farm phone number for the company.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Hamblen County ArchivesContributing Institution: Hamblen County ArchivesURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000489add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: Southern Railway passenger depotCreator : unknownDate Created: 1900Abstract: People mill about the Southern Railway Passenger Depot in Morristown, Tennessee. In the background on the right-side of card are several structures. The railroad truck are prominent in the foreground.Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Hamblen County ArchivesContributing Institution: Hamblen County ArchivesURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000000490add to bookbag | view long format in new window

Title: West End School in Morristown, TennesseePhotographer : unknownDate Created: 1910Abstract: 1 tif. The West End School in Morristown, Tennessee. The school architecturally is a variation on collegiate gothic, and fenced off from the wide road in front. The school appears to be in the residential area of town. A piece of paper included with the photograph indicates that Second North Street was paved in 1911. The school was also known as the Morristown High school. Morristown is the county seat of Hamblen County, Tennessee, which was formed in 1870. Tennessee State Department of Education Eras: The Emergence of Modern America (1890-1930)Collection: Hamblen County ArchivesContributing Institution: Hamblen County ArchivesURL: http://idserver.utk.edu/?id=200800000001880add to bookbag | view long format in new window